When Did Abe Die
Former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe died on July 8, 2022, after being shot during a campaign speech in Nara, Japan. He was 67 years old.
Cause of Death and Timeline
Abe was struck by two gunshots while delivering a speech near Yamato-Saidaiji Station. He was rushed to a hospital in a critical condition and later pronounced dead from massive blood loss.
Sources and Aftermath
Japanese police arrested the suspect at the scene, and investigations confirmed the attack was carried out with a homemade firearm. Official reports and updates are available through government and major news outlets. BBC coverage of the assassination
